311 East Franklin Avenue, El Paso, TX 79901, United States
#64 of 111 hotels in El Paso
Guests' ChoiceBased on 235 hotel reviews
8.6Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.8
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 4 September 2025
Emma
United StatesMaybe update the carpets in bedrooms.
Property was great! Front desk host was amazing, vey informative and honest about the hotel and surrounding area. Very polite! Stayed in the 1 bed with private bathroom. Bed was comfortable and clean, bathroom was clean and well put together. I travel a lot through El Paso I will continue to book here every time!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Marcus
United KingdomQuite expensive to get an Uber to from the airport. I got the bus back in the morning for US$1.50. I would have appreciated some shampoo in the shared bathroom. I had to use the soap I had in my wash-kit for my hair.
I really enjoyed the history of The Gardener hotel and was very grateful for Gable (receptionist) to gave me a guided tour and further details of the hotel's artifacts and stories. My room was very pleasant -- it felt like being in an old wild west saloon. The bed was comfy, the back out curtains effective and there were plenty of power points. I was grateful for the discount offer at the next door bar as i arrived late after a 36-hour journey and needed a drink! In the morning i was offered a nicely brewed coffee when I checked our for my flight back.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Nigel
United KingdomA superb atmospheric location. Spooky corridors and basement!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
Alejandra
United StatesThat 4 bed shared rooms are only available for 2 weeks at a time, then you have to get a room with 1 bed and the price goes up. Other than this i didn't want to leave
The manager was very attentive and helpful. The rooms were clean, and the linens smelled awesome.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 7 July 2025
Željko
CroatiaGardner Hostel is so different, it is full of interesting history. They have nice decorated lobby interior and other parts of hotel, too. And it's in the very center of El Paso downtown. Staff is friendly and helpful. Rooms are clean. I would recomend the hostel to anyone.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 20 June 2025
Victoria
United StatesIt was the last spot available in town bc of the Coldplay concert. I had to take a room with only a shared bathroom, yet it was lovely and clean, spacious with a sink and big window, comfy bed.. had a great sleep. Really central too. As far as hostel hotels go, 5 stars :)
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Jennifer
United StatesStaff was so nice, welcoming and helpful. Beds had blackout curtains. Downstairs common space with a kitchen and room to hang out.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 6 June 2025
Robert
United StatesWish cafe next door would have opened earlier for breakfast.
Great historic charm with a wonderful staff.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 May 2025
Aragonez
United StatesN/A
Super clean!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 25 March 2025
Pekka
FinlandThis place has a magnificent history and you can see and feel it. One of the most interesting hotels/hostels I hava ever visited.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Dennis
United StatesNice hotel. Clean and comfortable and staff is very friendly. Great location in downtown and a 15 minute walk from Amtrak. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Starship
United Statesno complaints
The location was perfect and the hotel is beautiful. Anyone interested in history this is a must stay. Gable (swing shift desk clerk) is so knowledgeable about the hotel and the history of it and El Paso. The hotel is beautifully restored and all the employees seem to take great pride in it. Discounts are offered at some of the surrounding establishments. My stay was fantastic! El Paso has become one of the most beautiful cities in the U.S. and anybody choosing to visit should definitely stay at Gardner! Thanks again so much Stephanie, Gable and all the other staff!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 21 February 2025
Dominguez
United StatesMore leniency on having guest.
I love the history of the Gardener Hotel and location.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 30 January 2025
Lucinda
United StatesThe staff is courteous and professional. Great location in downtown close to restaurants and bars
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 24 January 2025
Aragonez
United StatesVery limited parking
The cleanliness was amazing The location was perfect
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 9 January 2025
Lucinda
United StatesWould be nice if the antique elevator worked. But that's okay.
This is my go to place whenever I'm in town. As usual the staff was courteous and professional. This historical hotel is well taken care of and clean. Great downtown location close to restaurants and bars. For italian food I recommend The Pizza Joint.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2024
Natalia
United StatesLoved everything about it
All
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 23 December 2024
Christa
United StatesAbsolutely nothing to complain about.
Where do I start. This hotel/hostel is literally a step back in time. My husband is a history nerd. When I found this place on goodie I just thought this would be a cool stay to treat my husband to. Little did I know I was in for a treat myself. Our hostess were absolutely WONDERFUL! He explained a little of the history and offered to give us a tour. Seeing how excited my husband was after the tour of the John Dillinger suite they offered us an upgrade! I have never felt safer and more comfortable in any other establishment. Rooms were timeless and elegant. And if your in to a little spooky they have that as well! 100% will be back and will recommend to any one interested in a little time travel.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 22 December 2024
Natalia
United StatesThe elevator doesn’t work but it’s only 2 stories and staff is very helpful especially with taking your luggage to your room.
Everything
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 13 December 2024
Simon
United KingdomThe character and ambience
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 12 December 2024
Natalia
United StatesLiked everything
Everything, from the A+ location, the friendly staff and good atmosphere to the budget friendly options maintaining excellent comfort, cleanliness, its antique decor, it’s a historical landmark in El Paso. All amenities like a well equipped kitchen to cook and a refrigerator, washer and dryer for guests, a game room with a TV, pool table and other amenities.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 29 October 2024
Linda
United StatesThe staff were very helpful. The historic hotel was very interesting. The location was perfect to walk. Many restaurants near by..
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 6 October 2024
Daniel
CanadaGorgeous historic building, comfy bed, and super friendly staff. Very interesting history of the building and mini museum in the lobby. Lots of great bars and restaurants on the same block and not hard to find overnight street parking.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 5 August 2024
Jesse
United StatesUnique, historic hotel with a great staff! The shared bathroom was immaculate and always available. I particularly liked how there were discounts at nearby bars and restaurants; the owners/management are clearly interested in building community in downtown El Paso. Parking was also very easy as we scored one of the two spots out front even though we arrived late.
Stayed in August 2024
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